Lonely PlanetAug 17, 2026Sydney to Perth by train: What to expect on one of the world’s longest train tripsThe Indian Pacific train from Sydney to Perth is one of the world5 things in this storyNullarbor PlainSight200,000 sq km flat, nearly treeless plain, a rite of passageElsewhereVenice Simplon-Orient-ExpressPlaceVenice, ItalyHollywood actress Anna Kendrick featured in an Instagram ReelIndian Pacific train journeyPlaceSydney, AustraliaAustralia's southern hemisphere version of the Orient ExpressHahndorfBarAdelaide Hills, AustraliaCute German town with a winery and meal with live entertainmentThe GhanRestaurantAdelaide, AustraliaTrain expedition with full-day excursions in Alice SpringsRead the full piece at Lonely Planet →
